Nationality: Australian, No fixed abode (currently South Africa)
Married to: Natasja
Flying since: 2000
Hours flown: 980
Interests: include Natasja, exercise, sleeping and of course paragliding
DOB: 05/08/1960 (47 going on 10)
Main flying: XC
About Bernie: A no bullshit type of person who is very direct and often to his discredit. A very fair person and handy to have as a backup when the numbers are not stacked in your favour.
Occupation: Essentially an entrepreneur with varied business interests ranging from Financial Services, Property, IT and Coffee.
Ambitions: Accept his shortcomings, fly further than 400 km this season, and break the World Record.